The Expert Guide to Cabinet-Free Automation with Beckhoff

Discover how Beckhoff’s cabinet-free MX-System eliminates traditional enclosures, slashes footprint by 90%, and simplifies machine design. Download the exclusive guide to unlock decentralized automation and boost plant efficiency!
Aug. 4, 2026

Traditional control cabinets are space-consuming, labor-intensive, and increasingly difficult to maintain amid growing skilled labor shortages. Cabinet-free automation offers a transformative solution by removing electrical components from bulky enclosures and distributing them into compact, IP67-rated modules directly on the machine.

Beckhoff’s MX-System leads this shift by replacing complex point-to-point wiring with a standardized base plate that handles both power distribution and EtherCAT communications. By adopting a decentralized approach, manufacturers can streamline assembly, simplify maintenance, and modernize their plant floor layout.

  • Up to 90% footprint reduction compared to traditional control cabinets.
  • Simplified assembly and wiring using standardized pluggable function modules.
  • Enhanced mobile diagnostics via EtherCAT integration and Bluetooth connectivity.
  • Improved energy efficiency with built-in power management across the system.